The nation’s largest festival dedicated to African dance and music returns to the stages and streets of Brooklyn for its 46th year! In 2023, we celebrate with traditional dance and music from Ghana.
DanceAfrica Community Workshop at Brooklyn Bridge Park
Sat, May 27, 2023
Co-presented by BAM and Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy
- Part of
- DanceAfrica
Caregivers and children alike deepen their engagement with DanceAfrica in this fun-filled, outdoor workshop led by BAM teaching artist and performance art education scholar, Dánice Jones on the fundamentals of Ghanaian movement and music.
All ages. Registration is required to attend this event. Walk-ups are welcome as space allows.
All ages. Registration is required to attend this event. Walk-ups are welcome as space allows.
UPCOMING Performances
VENUE
Brooklyn Bridge Park, Pier 6 at Liberty Lawn
TICKET INFORMATION
Registration is required to attend this event. A limited number of spaces are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
FREE
All events will adhere to protocols developed in accordance with New York State regulations and in consultation with medical professionals for the safety of our artists, audiences, and staff.
FREE
All events will adhere to protocols developed in accordance with New York State regulations and in consultation with medical professionals for the safety of our artists, audiences, and staff.
Leadership support for
BAM Access Programs provided by
the Jerome L. Greene Foundation
Leadership support for programming in the
Howard Gilman Opera House and off-site programs provided by:
Leadership support for
BAM Education and Community programs
provided by
The Thompson Family Foundation
Leadership support for
BAM Education programs provided by
The Rita and Alex Hillman Foundation and
The SHS Foundation
Major Sponsor of
BAM Community Programs:
Major Sponsor of
BAM Education Programs:
Major support for
BAM Education programs provided by:
The Constans Culver Foundation;
The FAR Fund;
Tiger Baron Foundation;
The Emily Davie and Joseph S. Kornfeld Foundation;
The Joseph LeRoy and Ann C.Warner Fund
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BIODánice JonesDánice Jones is an experiential therapist whose extensive skills in artistic knowledge and mindful self-development guide others to trust the creator within. She holds a Masters in Psychology and a BFA in Dance. Featured on BAM's stages and in classrooms as an educator, percussionist, and movement researcher, Jones aims to expand the approaches of arts education, while making innovative interventions accessible for all.
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CommunityCommunity Day
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Community | TalksCouncil of Elders Roundtable: Legacy & Preservation
Sun, May 28, 2023
Council of Elders Roundtable: Legacy & Preservation
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CommunityLate Night Dance Party with DJ YB
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Late Night Dance Party with DJ YB
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CommunityMemorial Room
May 25—May 29, 2023
Memorial Room
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